Reported Incidents
For Avoca Central School District
Incidents are community-reported or sourced from third parties, and are allegations — not established facts. Incidents describe institutions, never individuals.
School defends graphic Palestine display
Alleged incident in Beaverton School District 48j · Oregon
An elementary school hosted an event where a student display on Palestine included graphic images and politically charged accusations against Israel. Despite concerns raised by attendees, school administration defended the content. This occurred after the district had previously assured such displays would not recur.
School segregates students by race
Alleged incident at Rock Creek Elementary School · Beaverton School District 48j · Oregon
An elementary school introduced optional after-school affinity groups for 4th and 5th graders. These groups were segregated by race, offering separate spaces for BIPOC and white-identifying students. The school stated the purpose was to provide safe environments for identity-based discussions.
District plans bias, equity training
Alleged incident in Beaverton School District 48j · Oregon
A school district superintendent explained that disciplinary disparities between male and female students are due to bias. The district plans to implement extensive equity and bias training for staff, emphasizing an "equity lens" in all teaching and administrative decisions. This initiative aims to address perceived biases and align with the district's equity policy.
County Funds Restorative Justice Program
Alleged incident in Hamilton County School District · Tennessee
The Hamilton County Commission allocated $70,000 to a non-profit to implement restorative justice practices in its schools. This initiative aims to address racial disparities in student discipline. A pilot program at one elementary school reportedly reduced suspensions.
Center for Equity and Inclusion
Alleged incident in Beaverton School District 48j · Oregon
An organization named Center for Equity and Inclusion, also known as Turning Point Initiative, operates as a consultancy. It is described as a BIPOC-owned and led firm focused on advancing equity. The company was founded in 2015.
District Funds Race-Based Training
Alleged incident in Hamilton County School District · Tennessee
A school district allocated $50,000 to a consultant for equity and cultural competence training, as well as affinity groups for educators of color. These programs were implemented during the 2021-2022 school year. The district's website states the groups offer networking and professional development opportunities.
District Adopts Critical Equity Lens
Alleged incident in Beaverton School District 48j · Oregon
The Beaverton School District is undertaking a review of its social science curriculum. This process aims to integrate a "Critical Equity Lens" and align with Oregon's K-12 Social Science Standards, which include Ethnic Studies. This initiative will guide future curriculum adoption recommendations.
Hamilton County 'white privilege' training
Alleged incident in Hamilton County School District · Tennessee
The Hamilton County School District conducted a 'white privilege' training for its teachers. The curriculum included controversial statements about race and racism. The district later stated that the presentation slides were taken out of context.
Teachers Told: Evolve or Dissolve
Alleged incident in Beaverton School District 48j · Oregon
The Beaverton School District hosted a professional development event where staff were pressured to adopt critical race theory concepts. Educators were told they must conform to "anti-racism" ideology or risk termination, with one speaker making an inflammatory comparison to child abuse. This incident highlights significant ideological pressure within the district.
District Adopts Anti-Racist Policies
Alleged incident in Beaverton School District 48j · Oregon
The Beaverton School District announced its commitment to becoming an "anti-racist" organization. This involved mandating "anti-racist" training and "racial equity" programs for all staff and board members. The district also stated that an "equity lens" would be applied to all decisions.